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Isolation gowns are supposed to protect healthcare workers from splattered bodily fluids. New studies suggest that too much liquid seeps through some disposable gowns, creating a risk of infection.
New studies suggest that too much liquid seeps through some disposable gowns, creating a risk of infection.
Widely used gowns, intended to protect people, can let too much liquid seep through, new studies suggest
University of Kentucky students in the Textile Testing Laboratory are helping develop durable, reusable personal protective equipment (PPE) for health care work
Students in UK's Textile Testing Laboratory are helping develop durable, reusable PPE for health care workers. UK’s primary PPE testing involves apparel such as isolation and medical gowns. Thanks to the testing lab, health care workers can use at least five different types of gowns for up to 75 wash cycles.